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QUESTIONS

Do immigration officers visit your home during the second 12-month visa extension based on marriage in Thailand?

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2 years ago

What are the common reasons for TM47 rejections in Thailand?

8 comments

2 years ago

Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

32 comments

3 years ago

What are the bank statement requirements for a marriage extension visa in Thailand?

9 comments

3 years ago

Is a DBS standard check sufficient for an OA visa application in Thailand?

6 comments

3 years ago

Can I fly to Thailand on a one-way ticket with a Non-O visa based on marriage?

89 comments

3 years ago

Can you enter Thailand on a one-way ticket with a Non-O visa based on marriage?

30 comments

3 years ago

Is it safe to use the TM30 io website for filing my TM30 instead of the official site?

9 comments

3 years ago

What should the Visa Conditions section state for a Non-O visa based on marriage to a Thai national?

9 comments

3 years ago

What is the deadline for entering Thailand to activate my visa before it expires?

5 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements for a marriage extension, retirement extension, and re-entry permit in Thailand?

6 comments

3 years ago

Can I use my driving license for question 12 on the Non-O visa application?

3 comments

3 years ago

Do I need a translated Kor 2 document for my non-O visa extension based on marriage in Thailand?

4 comments

3 years ago

Can you submit the TM 30 form at a police station in Thailand?

23 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements for applying for a NON-O visa based on marriage at the Thai embassy in London?

16 comments

3 years ago

What is the current price per kilo for rubber in Thailand?

11 comments

3 years ago

How does the UK state pension work for Brits living in Thailand?

37 comments

4 years ago

Do I need a return ticket with a 90-day NON-O visa that I plan to extend for one year due to marriage to a Thai national?

9 comments

4 years ago

Does my wife need to apply for a Thai Pass if she's leaving the UK on her British passport?

27 comments

4 years ago

When should I apply for a Wife or Retirement Visa before my 90-Day Non-O expires, and what are the differences between these visas?

36 comments

4 years ago

What are the steps to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand for a UK expat married to a Thai citizen?

42 comments

4 years ago

Is the Golden Tree Snake venomous or not?

30 comments

2 years ago

Do UK expats in Thailand lose future UK state pension uplifts by receiving payments into a Thai bank account?

54 comments

a year ago

How can I apply for a new British passport without going to Bangkok while living in Isaan, and how do I transfer valid extensions to the new passport?

16 comments

6 months ago

What is the best medical insurance for a 65-year-old British expat with a history of heart surgery?

14 comments

5 months ago

How can I claim my UK state pension while living in Thailand?

43 comments

2 months ago

Do UK expats in Thailand experience delays with Wise money transfers?

84 comments

2 months ago

What are the costs and availability of Warfarin and related medications in Thailand?

24 comments

a month ago

COMMENTS

Why are there two immigration offices in Chiang Khan?

Stephen ********

Chiang Khan is the old office, Loei Immigration is the new one, this is the one you need to go too.

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Do UK expats in Thailand lose future UK state pension uplifts by receiving payments into a Thai bank account?

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@Ken **********

we are here for the unforeseeable future as we need to look after my wife’s mother and niece, my wife is Thai and we are living in her house.

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Do UK expats in Thailand lose future UK state pension uplifts by receiving payments into a Thai bank account?

Stephen ********

Thank you! 🙂

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Do UK expats in Thailand lose future UK state pension uplifts by receiving payments into a Thai bank account?

Stephen ********

sorry I am a bit confused, I am not a Thai tax resident, I do not pay taxes in Thailand, I still have a UK address, but I will still be in Thailand when I claim my pension

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What are the common reasons for TM47 rejections in Thailand?

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I went to the IO today, and they told me there was a problem with the online service,and that many people have called in to ask what was the problem, anyway or sorted now.

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Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

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@Thomas ********

thank you for the advise, fortunately I have all ready passed that point and I have now been here for a month on my non o visa. Many thanks anyway.

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Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

Stephen ********

Many thanks

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Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

Stephen ********

Thank you for clearing that up for me.

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Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

Stephen ********

Many thanks

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Why do applicants need to provide their own police report for a non O-A visa in Thailand?

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Hi Brandon, at the moment I am on a non o based on marriage and will be applying for my extension based on marriage, but maybe in the future I would like to change to an OA, is this then not possible to do in Thailand.

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What should I do if my TM30 date doesn't match my residency certificate application at Jomtien Immigration?

74 comments

4 days ago

What advice is there for obtaining a Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

15 comments

10 days ago

What are the latest rules for Non-O visas for married expats and retirees in Thailand?

194 comments

12 days ago

Why is it now recommended to obtain a Non-O visa before arriving in Thailand instead of applying in-country?

16 comments

14 days ago

What are the consequences of overstaying a visa in Thailand for one year?

323 comments

a month ago

Why are one-way flights from Bangkok to LAX priced around $1000?

478 comments

a month ago

What alternatives to Bangkok Bank do expats recommend for banking in Thailand?

155 comments

a month ago

What are the tax implications for depositing a UK pension into a Thai bank?

180 comments

a month ago

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand for 12 days as a first-time visitor?

35 comments

a month ago

What are the current requirements for a Non-O Marriage visa extension in Thailand?

50 comments

a month ago

What is the experience of applying for a Non-O Immigrant Visa based on Retirement in Thailand?

56 comments

a month ago

What are the implications of Wise launching services in Thailand for expats and digital nomads?

149 comments

a month ago

What are the current visa-exempt entry rules for Thailand and how do they affect tourists?

10 comments

a month ago

Is $2,800 USD per month enough for a couple to retire comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

428 comments

a month ago

Has the visa exemption rule in Thailand changed from 60 to 30 days?

203 comments

a month ago

Why does Bangkok Bank frequently lock expat accounts without notice?

240 comments

a month ago

Can you apply for a retirement visa in Thailand without having 800,000 baht?

318 comments

a month ago

How long does it take to apply for the LTR visa from Canada and what are the requirements?

11 comments

a month ago

Why is Thailand considering changes to its visa-free entry policy?

56 comments

a month ago

Does flying business class into Thailand affect immigration scrutiny?

190 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if I'm held at BKK immigration and refused entry?

120 comments

2 months ago

What should I do if my landlord refuses to provide the Tabien Baan for my Thailand Non-O visa extension?

74 comments

2 months ago

Why did the police contact American expats in Thailand?

95 comments

2 months ago

Why is Bangkok Bank requiring customers to hold 400k for 4 months before issuing a bank certificate for visa renewal?

247 comments

2 months ago

Can I extend my visa without the required bank deposit if the bank didn't ask about it?

136 comments

2 months ago

What should I do about my Qatar flight to Doha in light of the current war situation?

421 comments

2 months ago

What does my friend's visa on arrival stamp for 60 days mean given that his country is listed for only 15 days VOA?

77 comments

2 months ago

What are the advantages and disadvantages of notifying U.S. Social Security about moving to Thailand?

34 comments

2 months ago

Can I bring 450,000 Baht into Thailand without declaring it at immigration?

153 comments

2 months ago

What is a Certificate of Residence and how can it help expats in Thailand?

55 comments

2 months ago

How can I retrieve my TDAC arrival card number after accidentally deleting the email?

121 comments

2 months ago

Why did Bangkok Bank not provide necessary paperwork for my retirement visa renewal?

184 comments

2 months ago

What documents do I need to enter Thailand besides a passport?

233 comments

2 months ago

Can I organize a long-term visa for myself as an Australian citizen married to a Thai woman while living in Australia?

14 comments

2 months ago

Can I handle my NON O visa extension and 90-day report at the Bangkok immigration office if I reside in Pathum Thani?

5 comments

2 months ago

Why is it difficult to re-enter Thailand on a tourist visa after short trips abroad?

154 comments

2 months ago

Will Thai banks accept my coins for cash exchange?

384 comments

3 months ago

Is the cost of living in Thailand now 80% of that in Australia?

626 comments

3 months ago

What are the experiences and tips regarding the TDAC form at Thai immigration during peak season?

230 comments

4 months ago

What are the current challenges for DTV holders entering Thailand?

52 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa runs and border crossings in Thailand?

76 comments

5 months ago

How was your experience entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad visa?

32 comments

5 months ago

What are the current rules for visa exempt entries into Thailand and extensions for expats?

48 comments

5 months ago

What is the experience of a US expat with visa exemptions and border runs in Thailand?

14 comments

5 months ago

What are the upcoming changes to the visa exempt entry and extension process in Thailand?

12 comments

6 months ago

What are the banking challenges for DTV visa holders in Thailand?

105 comments

7 months ago

What are the issues expats face with Bangkok Bank's account freezing policy?

113 comments

7 months ago

What experiences have others had with frozen bank accounts in Thailand?

40 comments

8 months ago

How can I recover money scammed by a visa agent in Thailand?

57 comments

8 months ago

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9 months ago

What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

96 comments

a year ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?

7 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?

9 comments

a month ago

What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?

21 comments

a month ago

What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?

16 comments

a month ago

Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?

8 comments

a month ago

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